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Patient FAQs & health myths
Clear answers to patients' most frequently asked questions. Demystify false health beliefs with the experts at Clinique Omicron.
Back to Work After Vacation: Avoiding Burnout
After a few weeks of summer vacation, getting back into the swing of things can be harder than you might think. Returning to work after vacation comes with… Read More "Back to Work After Vacation: Avoiding Burnout
Getting Back to a Good Night's Sleep After Vacation
Vacation puts sleep on hold: later bedtimes, sleeping in, disrupted schedules, and evenings that drag on. Then summer comes to an end and… Read More "Getting Back to a Good Night's Sleep After Vacation
Conjunctivitis: Causes, Contagiousness, and Treatment
A red, watery eye that’s stuck shut upon waking: conjunctivitis is one of the most common reasons for seeking medical care, in both children and adults. This… Read More "Conjunctivitis: Causes, Contagiousness, and Treatment
School Backpacks and Back Pain: Choosing the Right One and Carrying It Properly
The start of the school year brings the same scene every year: a child heading off to school, bent over under the weight of a backpack that’s clearly too heavy. The connection… Read More "School Backpacks and Back Pain: Choosing the Right One and Carrying It Properly
Germs at Daycare and School: Preventing Infections
Every new school year brings the same scene: a child in great shape starting daycare or school, followed by a string of colds, runny noses… Read More "Germs at Daycare and School: Preventing Infections
Ragweed Allergy: Getting Through the Season in Quebec
Every summer, some people experience the same recurring symptoms: sneezing fits, itchy eyes, and a runny nose. In… Read More "Ragweed Allergy: Getting Through the Season in Quebec
Vaccinations: A Rundown Before the Start of the School Year
The start of the school year is a good time to take stock of vaccination status for children and adolescents. Between the vaccination record… Read More "Vaccinations: A Rundown Before the Start of the School Year
Recovering at Home After Surgery: How to Stay Organized
Sur votre bilan sanguin, deux marqueurs reviennent souvent quand un médecin cherche à savoir si une inflammation est présente : la CRP (protéine C-réactive) et… Read More "Recovering at Home After Surgery: How to Stay Organized
Caregivers: Tips for Avoiding Burnout
Accompagner un parent vieillissant, un conjoint malade ou un enfant qui a besoin de soins finit par occuper une grande partie du quotidien. Être proche… Read More "Caregivers: Tips for Avoiding Burnout